2005 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Honda Civic

To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 236 kg more than 2005 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A3 2009 Honda Civic
Make Audi Honda
Model A3 Civic
Year Released 2005 2009
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 1799 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 101 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 87.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1225 kg 1461 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 50 L